DEDICATED IN 2024, our Purple Star Military Lounge promotes camaraderie and peer support for military-connected individuals. This is a dedicated space to share experiences with others who are military affiliated. This sense of community helps foster an environment of mutual support.
Purple Star Military Lounge
A space to foster community for all connected to the military
Location
The NEW Center, near the fireplace
Access
The lounge is open to military scholarship students, student Veterans, employee Veterans and the military-connected.
Amenities
Workspaces, casual meeting spaces, pool table, television, kitchen, coffee and snacks
Video: Opening celebration
More video: WKYC-TV (Cleveland) “Purple Star Military Lounge unveiled at Northeast Ohio Medical University”
“As a Veteran myself, I know firsthand the sense of camaraderie that comes from being around others who understand military life. The Purple Star Military lounge is place to connect, to share stories and to support each other as we navigate the transition from military service to academic life to a career as a health professional.”
— John Langell, M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H., M.B.A.
U.S. Air Force Veteran
President, NEOMED
“Our Veterans bring a wealth of experience, leadership, and perspective to NEOMED. We are committed to their success. Likewise, our students who will be joining our military after graduation will be entrusted with the lives and well-bring of our military servicemembers and their families, those who ensure we pass on to our children the greatest gift we can leave them: freedom. The lounge is a reflection of our commitment and thanks to those who have served or will serve in our military services.”
— C. Forrest Faison III, M.D., Sc.D.(hon), FAAP
Navy Veteran
Senior Vice President and Provost, NEOMED
NEOMED Military Academy Reserved Seat Plan
A limited number of seats in the Doctor of Medicine Program (M.D.) are reserved annually for cadets, midshipmen/midshipwomen and airmen/airwomen enrolled in a military academy.
To be considered for a reserved seat, eligible candidates must meet the following academic standards:
- MCAT single high score of 506 (total score)
- 3.4 Overall GPA (AMCAS calculations)
- 3.4 BCPM GPA
Military academy students are strongly encouraged to apply, even if their current academic metrics do not meet the reserved seat standards. Candidates will be considered for acceptance through a holistic review process.
Related:
Purple Star Designation
NEOMED has earned the Collegiate Purple Star designation from the Ohio Department of Higher Education for its support of military-connected students.
Criteria include:
- having a dedicated military/Veteran point of contact and/or office on campus,
- establishing priority registration for Veterans and servicemembers,
- surveying student Veterans and servicemembers – along with spouses and dependents – about needs and challenges, and
- allowing for the establishment of student-led groups and organizations for Veterans and servicemembers.
Support and opportunity for student Veterans at NEOMED
Leadership
We create transformational leaders through team-based learning, professional and personal development opportunities, and reflective practice and patient-care experiences. How we create transformational leaders.
Benefits
Assistance with military benefits, including military pay, tuition processing are among support services that will be provided.
Learning Center
Our Learning Center professionals offer academic strategy and learning skills consultations. The center includes a dedicated Writing Center for help with CVs, match portfolios and more. Visit our Learning Center.
Mentoring
Through NEOMED Connect, students can unlock doors to experiences, advice and opportunities tailored for their unique paths. Mentors, many of whom are NEOMED alumni, share insights in a low-stress, low-commitment and high-impact way. Experience NEOMED Connect.
Campus Life
We have more than 100 student organizations, including Future Military Students. Plus, our students value our on-campus housing, dining and recreation options, and robust campus calendar.
Student Counseling Center
We offer offer on-campus or telecounseling counseling sessions, plus 24-7 access to assistance. Visit the Student Counseling Center.
Networking
Build your network through alumni mentoring programs, clinical rotations and our partnerships with hospitals or health care organizations across the region. Students attend conferences, workshops, and professional development events throughout the year. For those with an entrepreneurial mindset, students can connect with like-minded professionals and investors during our IDEATOR and our NEOvations Bench2Bedside competitions.
About NEOMED
Our university
Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED), located in the Greater Cleveland area, enrolls about 1,000 students in four colleges — Medicine, Pharmacy, Graduate Studies and the Bitonte College of Dentistry.
Degrees of Excellence
Explore our diverse degree and certificate programs, including M.D., Pharm.D., D.D.S., Ph.D., and various interdisciplinary health sciences degrees — tailored for future health care leaders and innovators!
Admissions and Scholarships
Take the first step to enrolling through Admissions. We offer a range of scholarship opportunities, including the Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program.